Alexander, Michael
The First Poems in English (Penguin Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780140433784
- author:
- Alexander, Michael
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin Classics
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2008
- Pages:
- 176
- Dimensions:
- 133mm X 199mm
- Genre:
- Poetry anthologies: classical, early & medieval
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
The First Poems in English by Michael Alexander A collection of the earliest poems composed in English, from tales of battle to love songs. This selection brings together works from an age when verse was not written down, but recited aloud and remembered. Heroic poems celebrate courage, loyalty and strength, while others reflect on exile, loss and destiny. Proverbs on the natural order of life and witty linguistic puzzles are also included. These poems offer a glimpse into the lives and experiences of our ancestors, and provide a unique insight into the language and culture of early England. First published by Penguin Classics, this collection represents a significant part of English literary heritage, with translations and introductions by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors.
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